Frequently Asked Questions

Summer Session Classes

How can I learn which courses are offered during each of the various Summer Session terms?
Check the Course Catalog or log in to your UConn Student Admin account and view Summer Session courses offered.

How can I find a course description?
You can find course descriptions in the online Course Catalog.

How do I learn if a Summer Session course is still available?
To search for the most up-to-date class offerings and availability, click here. When viewing the course selections in your UConn Student Admin account, search for only open classes, and all classes with available seats will appear.

Will you add additional courses if a popular course fills up?
This is decided on a case-by-case basis with the Registrar’s Office and the academic department offering the course. Your UConn Student Admin account has up-to-date course offerings and availability for all Summer Session classes.

What is the schedule for each Summer Session course? (e.g., days of the week, time class occurs, etc.)
Class times and frequency vary greatly for summer classes. Please check your UConn Student Admin account for exact class details. Generally, the three-week sessions (i.e., May Term, Intensive Sessions 1 and 2) meet daily and the majority begin at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. or 6 p.m. Most Summer Session courses meet twice a week, while many of the science and language classes meet four or five times a week.

What is the length of class time for a Summer Session course?
Depending on the Summer Session and class schedule, class duration varies. The length of a course is determined by the credit hours. The Board of Trustees has declared the length of a credit hour as 11 hours and 40 minutes.

Do Summer Session classes have papers, final exams or multiple exams?
The coursework for each class depends on the individual class. The majority of courses have one final exam administered during the last class meeting.

Can I take Summer Session courses online?
Yes, there are online courses offered during the summer. You can search for online courses via the online Course Catalog.

Are courses that filled up in the Fall and Spring semesters being offered this summer?
Yes, at the main campus in Storrs, more than 600 courses that filled up in these semesters are offered this summer. Additionally, all five regional campuses are offering numerous summer courses that have filled up in Fall and Spring semesters. To search for the most up-to-date course offerings and availability, click here. You can also log in to your UConn Student Admin account to view and register for all summer classes.

What are the deadlines for adding or dropping Summer courses?
UConn undergraduates may add/drop classes through their Student Admin System account until the end of the applicable period for the session in which they are registered. The add/drop deadline dates for these sessions are:

May Term – May 13

Summer Session 1 – June 5

Intensive Session 1 – June 10

Summer Session 2 – July 17

Intensive Session 2 – July 22

Summer Session 4 – June 11

Registration

I’m a high school senior that was just admitted to UConn. Can I take classes at UConn this summer? How do I sign up?
Yes, you would register as a non-degree student through the Center for Continuing Studies.

I’m a college student, but I don’t attend UConn. Can I take classes at UConn this summer? How do I register?
Yes, you would register as a non-degree student through the Center for Continuing Studies.

I’m a Storrs campus student. How do I register for summer classes at a UConn regional campus?
Log in to search for classes and register online. You may also register by mail, fax or in person at any UConn Registrar’s Office.

I attend one of UConn’s five regional campuses. How do I register for classes on the Storrs campus?
Log in to search for classes and register online. You may also register by mail, fax or in person at any UConn Registrar’s Office.

I’m currently studying abroad, but will be back in Connecticut this summer. How do I register for Summer Session classes?
Log in to search for classes and register online. You may also register by mail, fax or in person at any UConn Registrar’s Office.

Cost/Financial Aid

How much does Summer Session cost?
Summer session courses are paid on a per-credit basis for both in-state and out-of-state UConn students. For more specific information, please visit our Fees and Registration Page.

Can I apply for financial aid for Summer Session?
Contact the Office of Financial Aid Services (860) 486-2819 for more information regarding loans and work study opportunities.

Are Summer Session scholarships available?
There are currently no such scholarships available through the University.

Does my full-tuition UConn scholarship include Summer Session?
No. Contact the Office of Financial Aid Services (860) 486-2819 for more information regarding loans and work study opportunities.

Summer Housing

Are campus housing and meal plans available at the main campus in Storrs during the summer? How do I sign up?
Yes, University housing and meal plans are available to UConn students who are registered for a Summer Session and/or May Term class at the main campus in Storrs. After registering for a class, contact Residential Life at (860) 486-2926 (204 Wilbur Cross Building) for a summer housing application. Housing applications must be submitted to Residential Life at least eight days prior to the start of class or a late fee of $50 will be assessed. For more housing information, please visit the Residential Life website.